The Senior Environmental Health & Safety Specialist develops EHS programs, conducts inspections, and ensures compliance with regulations related to hazardous materials and safety in a laboratory setting.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Senior Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (m/f/i) to join our Laboratory in Northbrook/Illinois to mainly d eveloping documents and maintaining environmental health and safety (EHS) programs (e.g. hazardous materials, emergency response plans) in compliance with Federal, State and Local legislation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
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We are looking for a Senior Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (m/f/i) to join our Laboratory in Northbrook/Illinois to mainly d eveloping documents and maintaining environmental health and safety (EHS) programs (e.g. hazardous materials, emergency response plans) in compliance with Federal, State and Local legislation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develops documents and maintains environmental health and safety (EHS) programs (e.g. hazardous materials, emergency response plans) in compliance with Federal, State and Local legislation.
- Recording and maintaining data on safety-related incidents and responses including incident investigation and root cause analysis
- Creates EHS programs and instructs employees in matters pertaining, but not limited to occupational health, injury prevention, safe operation of equipment and proper handling/cleanup of chemicals and hazardous materials.
- Conducts inspections and reports on tests and investigations to obtain data for use in determining sources of pollution and methods for controlling pollutants in air, soil and water.
- Acts as a representative responding to public inquiries, audits (internal and external), government agencies or executive inquiries.
- Partner with other support services (Facilities and Laboratory) to ensure compliance with UL Solutions programs and Federal, State and local requirements.
- Consult as needed on site wide continuous improvement and 5S Activities
- Act as a remote EHS representative for other UL Solutions locations as directed.
- Analyzes, interprets and validates information on hazardous materials and chemicals.
- Available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekends.
- Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct, and follow all physical and digital security practices.
- Performs other duties as directed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- University Degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety and Health, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Engineering or closely related field plus additional requirement of one of the following:
- Related Master's degree or Certified Industrial Hygienist (American Board of Industrial Hygiene) or Professional Engineer license or Certified Safety Professional (Board of Certified Professionals) and 4 or more years directly related experience.
- min. 3-4 years of experience in the related field
- This position requires periodic travel by car and/or airline (or other public transportation) to other UL Solutions sites as assigned and perform in-person audits/ inspections/ investigations in a wide variety of laboratory and office environments. Flexibility to work non-traditional business hours as needed. Travel required: up to 10-15%.
- Frequent use of computers and office equipment is required.
- Ability to stand and walk extensively (concrete floors) for up to periods, several times a day is required.
- Ability to move safely over uneven terrain; ascend/descend stairs/ladders/scaffolding required.
- Ability to lift up to 30lbs assisted or unassisted, pushing; pulling; bending; reaching; handling; stooping; working in tight spaces and working in hot/cold environments will occasionally be required in lab, office and outside environments.
- Ability to recognize emergency situations and respond quickly.
- Ability to wear a respirator and other personal protective equipment when required, while performing select duties.
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UL Solutions Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
Chicago, IL, United States
UL Solutions Northbrook, Illinois, USA Office
Northbrook, IL, United States
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